2002 Mini Cooper vs. 2006 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2006 Toyota Tundra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2002 Mini Cooper. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini Cooper.

Because 2006 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini Cooper.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Mini Cooper 2006 Toyota Tundra
Make Mini Toyota
Model Cooper Tundra
Year Released 2002 2006
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 236 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 149 Nm 361 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 3640 mm 5550 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 3270 mm


 

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